The Priests House
Unveil the beauty of "The Priests House," a historic wedding venue in North Yorkshire, where centuries-old charm and modern elegance intertwine.
Small and intimate
Medieval setting
Exclusive use
Excellent service and delicious food
Wide range of decor options included
In-house floristry service
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £6,000
Price Range: £1,000 - £10,000
Capacity
Ceremony: 85
Standing: 85
Seated Meal: 75
Accommodation
Sleeps: 18
About The Priests House
The Priests House is ideally located for a private and exclusive wedding and reception. The House is perfect for an intimate meal for up to 30 guests whilst the magnificent chapel can cater for up to 75. The Priests House is nestled within the Yorkshire Dales, near Bolton Abbey, North Yorkshire. With the stunning backdrop of Barden Tower ruins from the 12th-century adding a touch of history to every celebration and boasts stunning views of the scenic Wharfedale Valley. North Yorkshire weddings
The Priests house is a small, exclusive wedding venue in the heart of the fabulous Yorkshire Dales. With the magnificent backdrop of the grade 1 listed Barden Tower and the splendid Upper Wharfedale valley, this is a quite superb historical setting with fabulous views up and down the valley. As its name suggests, The Priests House was originally a 16th century chapel serving the Tower and the local area and consists of the House itself together with the newly renovated Chapel.
The House itself is ideal for small, intimate ceremonies and wedding breakfasts for up to 30 guests with the ceremony in the Old Chapel and wedding breakfast in the House itself. Lovingly restored, it has retained many of the medieval features including the open fires, fabulous log beams, and quaint dressers. It is especially intimate in the darker months when the real fires and candles are fully lit and the lights are turned down...
The Chapel having stood empty for some 75 years has been sympathetically refurbished and brought back to its former glory. It can host ceremonies up to 90 guests and is ideal to also use for your wedding breakfast and evening reception venue too (capacity 75).
The Barn at Barden
Why not combine your event or evening with an overnight or weekend stay at The Barn at Barden. It sleeps up to 20 and is located on the same site as The Priests House. Perfect so you can enjoy your evening without having to worry about driving home.
The photo opportunities are endless, with superb backdrops of the ruin of the once magnificent tower on one side and the expanse of the Wharfedale valley on the other.
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Chapel on premises
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Outdoor Ceremonies
Receptions Only
Venue Setting
Countryside
Woodland
Remote
Venue Type
Castles & Palaces
Exclusive use
Country House
Manor House
Unique & Unusual
Intimate Venue
Elopements
Outdoor / Garden
Historic
Additional Facilities
Outdoor ceremonies
Honeymoon suite
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Wedding coordinator
Onsite car parking
Licensed bar
Wedding packages
Bespoke weddings
Dog friendly
Catering Options
Inhouse Caterers
Vegan
Buffet
Area
Yorkshire Dales
Contact & Location
The Priests House
Barden Tower, Bolton Abbey, BD23 6AS, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
FAQs
All our weddings have exclusive use for the duration. Typically ceremony only is 3 hours, with a wedding breakfast 6 hours and the full day 10 hours. Times commence from one hour prior to the official ceremony time
Yes. Both the main room in the House and the Chapel are licensed for civil ceremonies.
Yes but the arrangements would need to be discussed.
Sorry, we do not as a rule allow corkage.
We provide an excellent catering service in-house.
There isn't a great deal of decorating required, the Chapel and House speak for themselves. We can provide a fabulous floral service. Access is usually granted from first thing in the morning of the wedding but arrangements can be discussed.
The bar is 11pm, last dance 11.30pm and carriages for midnight
Whilst we do not have noise restrictions, the acoustics of the venue itself will dictate the noise levels.
Only on 5th November and New Years Eve except for hand held sparklers....there is livestock in the fields all around...
Yes
Yes
One of the bedrooms in the bunk barn has a double bed...
We have a comfortable bunk barn that sleeps up to 20 guests. Great for families and younger guests, but perhaps not for gran or your favourite aunt!
There are plenty of B&B's in the valley, with hotels in Skipton, Ilkley and Grassington which are all equidistant.
Why Couples Recommend The Priests House
Couples consistently praise this venue for its stunning and unique character, describing it as a beautiful and intimate setting in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. The buildings and grounds are noted for being perfectly maintained, creating a magical atmosphere for the special day. A recurring highlight is the exceptional staff, who are repeatedly described as brilliant, professional, and incredibly attentive. The team is lauded for going above and beyond, ensuring every detail is executed perfectly and making the entire process, from planning to the wedding day itself, seamless and stress-free. The food receives universal acclaim, with couples and their guests frequently commenting on how delicious and amazing the catering is, for both main meals and evening food, with special mention of the high quality of vegetarian offerings. The venue is highly recommended for creating a perfect and unforgettable wedding experience, where every need is catered for with a personal and organised approach.
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